Some elements in the international press are reporting, likely with the helping hands of the army of PR experts hired by the King, that the uprising has been crushed and all is peaceful once again.
Well, I wouldn't take that to the bank if I were you.
Nonetheless, Bahrain has a very active economic development apparatus, busily promoting high-end tourism, featuring fine dining and a ton of sporting events, including Formula One racing. Its work must go on!
The Crown Prince who met with President Obama told him how important it was for Bahrain to rebuild its image in the tourist community. For the US, Bahrain is also important. -- strategically important. America's Fifth Fleet is stationed in Bahrain.
So, yet again, sport and money have trumped justice in this tiny oil-rich island nation.
Will those who are surprised please raise their hands?
Not to worry. Because we also have the blessing of Formula One Supremo Bernie Ecclestone, who has promised, "there will be no problem with the Bahrain Grand Prix" even though petrol bombs, tear gas, rubber bullets and stun grenades were used in last week's clash between police and demonstrators in the Gulf kingdom.
I fervently hope Judge Bassiouni is right -- that the big Formula One blowout, and all its attendant partying, may be just what's needed to bring Bahrainis together.
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